Wildebeest Migration Safari

7 days—Christmas Bucket list - Journey of the Wildebeest Luxury Safari

$2171-2736 USD

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Safari summary

Famous for its short grass plains which grow rapidly and are particularly rich in nutrients, the Ndutu region sustains the migratory animals during the calving season of the Great Wildebeest Migration. This annual event sees over two million migratory animals comprising wildebeests, zebras, elands, and Thompson’s gazelles on their fascinating journey in search of greener pastures. While the Great Migration is a year-round event stretching across Tanzania’s Serengeti all the way to Kenya’s Mara Reserve, the calving season predominantly occurs from January to early March. It offers a spectacular sight as thousands of newborns grace the earth every day throughout that period. Definitely not something you want to miss!


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months December
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arusha | Kilimanjaro | Lake Manyara | Serengeti | Tarangire

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha Upon arrival at the Kilimanjaro Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by one of our experienced drivers/guides who will escort you to Arusha Town and your reserved hotel. Arusha is situated below Mt Meru on the eastern edge of the eastern branch of the Great Rift Valley. The city is close to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mt Kilimanjaro, and its national park on Mt Meru. Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast | Distance: 55km | Time Taken: 1 Hours Overnight: Kahawa House

Day 2

Arusha | Lake Manyara

Day 2: Arusha City – Lake Manyara National Park - Karatu After an early breakfast, our driver/guide will pick you up and drive you to Lake Manyara for game viewing. Situated between the Great Rift Valley and Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara National Park is a protected area in Tanzania’s Arusha and Lake Manyara Regions. With more than 350 bird species observed on the Lake, this stunning destination is a must-see. After having a swell time in Lake Manyara National Park, you will proceed to your accommodation in Karatu Meal Plan: Full Board | Distance: 165km | Time Taken: 2:40 Hours Overnight:  Ngorongoro Farm House

Day 3

Lake Manyara | Serengeti

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park – Ndutu (South Serengeti) Today we leave wonderful Manyara towards Ndutu in search for migration. Although nature and its rainfall determine exactly where the migrating animal will be in winter, Ndutu is a reliable base at this time of the year, allowing us to maximize our opportunities for tracking the animals. During our journey to Ndutu, you can enjoy the sheer scale of Tanzania’s territory. Later during the day, you will proceed to your reserved accommodation Meal Plan: Full Board | Distance: 150km | Time Taken: 3:20 Hours Overnight: Lake Masek Tented Lodge

Day 4

Serengeti

Day 4: Full Day game viewing in Ndutu (South Serengeti) After breakfast we proceed with game viewing in search of migration. Later during the day, you will proceed to your reserved accommodation Overnight: Lake Masek Tented Lodge

Day 5

Serengeti

Day 5: Ndutu - Central Serengeti. Today our journey continues as we head from the edge of Serengeti into its very heart but not before we seize a final opportunity for a morning game drive around Ndutu, where we are sure to see something new. At times this unsurpassable place is home to over 1.6million herbivores and the thousands of predators who stalk them. Later during the day, you will proceed to your reserved accommodation inside the national park Meal Plan: Full Board | Distance: 80km | Time Taken: 2 Hours Overnight: Kubukubu Tented Lodge

Day 6

Serengeti

DAY 6: Serengeti - Karatu After an early breakfast, you depart with lunch heading for a final morning game viewing in Serengeti. Later, the adventure will continue when we travel up to Ngorongoro, another African icon. Meal Plan: Full Board | Distance: 170km | Time Taken: 4:10 Hours Overnight: Ngorongoro Farm House

Day 7

Kilimanjaro | Ngorongoro Crater

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – Kilimanjaro International Airport Our driver guide will pick you up and you’ll proceed with a game viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater after a breakfast. The largest unfolded and unbroken caldera in the world, Ngorongoro crown is a deep volcanic crater that is diverse and unique. Lions, black rhinoceros, blue wildebeest, Grant’s zebras, and many more species can be spotted here. After feeding your eyes with the magnificence Ngorongoro has to offer, you will be transferred back to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight. Meal Plan: Half Board | Distance: 245km | Time Taken: 5 Hours End of Service INCLUDED IN THE ABOVE RATES ARE: •          Return Airport transfers as shown on the above itinerary •          Accommodation and meals as per the above itinerary  •          A Brand new 4 x 4 Toyota Land cruiser with pop up roof, •          A private professional speaking English driver guide •          All sightseeing and game viewing as specified in the itinerary. •          Crater service fee in Ngorongoro Crater as specified in the itinerary. •          Unlimited bottled Mineral water during safari. •          Unlimited soft drinks during the safari •          Unlimited tea and coffee during the safari •          Unlimited game mileage during safari game drives •          Snacks during game drives •          Government taxes and national park fees. •          Flying Doctor Service •          A glass of wine during sundowner NOT INCLUDED IN THE ABOVE RATES ARE: •          International and Domestic Flights •          Any other items of a personal nature, i.e. Telephone, Laundry, beverages etc. •          Tips for the driver guide highly recommended US$20 per person per day •          Any Insurance •          Visas •          Any increase in government taxes •          Optional Activities •          Festive Supplements  

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